Head Pastry Chef

Aqua Shard; London; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Aqua Shard seeks a Head Pastry Chef to lead their pastry team and craft high-quality desserts. This role involves culinary creativity, mentoring, and ensuring excellent presentation standards. Join Aqua’s vibrant culinary scene and contribute to memorable dining experiences in a top London venue.

Benefits

Discounts at all Aqua venues

Birthday off and long service leave

Ongoing training and development

Discounted gym membership

Lunch & Learn Head Office perk

Referral bonus of £500

Qualifications

• Experience in pastry kitchen management.
• Strong leadership and training skills.
• Passion for culinary artistry.

Responsibilities

• Guide the pastry team to create innovative desserts and pastries.
• Mentor and train pastry chefs, fostering a positive work environment.

Skills

Culinary creativity

Mentorship

Quality standards

Job description

Aqua Restaurant Group is home to a unique collection of restaurants and bars in vibrant cities like London, Paris, Hong Kong, New York, Miami, and Dubai.

At Aqua, we offer passionate culinary and hospitality professionals the chance to grow their careers and explore new opportunities.

As our Head Pastry Chef, you will embark on a sweet journey, guiding our talented pastry team in creating amazing desserts and pastries.

Where are we located?

Aqua Shard brings the essence of modern London with inventive, British cuisine and carefully crafted cocktails to Level 31 of The Shard.

Job fairs

We serve lunch, afternoon tea, dinner and brunch against a backdrop of stunning panoramic views of London.

What we bring to the table:

• Dine with us: Enjoy discounts at all Aqua venues
• Celebrate YOU: Take your birthday off and earn additional long service leave
• Grow with us: Ongoing training and development to support both your professional and personal development
• Financial well-being: Manage your pay with ease through Wagestream & enhance your financial knowledge
• Work out: Discounted gym membership
• Lunch & Learn: Head Office perk
• Share the Talent: Bring a friend on board and get £500

Your day at Aqua:

• Culinary Creativity and Crafting Recipes for Success: Guide the pastry department in creating and presenting an innovative array of pastries, desserts, and confections, ensuring each item reflects our high standards for quality, flavour, and artistry
• Mentorship and Development: Mentor and train pastry chefs, sharing techniques and best practices while fostering a collaborative, positive work environment

Where there is water, there is life & where there is life, you will find us!

Dive into a world of culinary innovation and memorable dining experiences, where your love for food and hospitality can shine.

All applicants must be eligible to live and work in the UK.

Aqua Restaurant Group welcomes individuals from all backgrounds and is committed to creating an inclusive work environment. If you require reasonable adjustments to make your experience more accessible, please let us know.

Apply today as a Head Pastry Chef and be part of Aqua’s global culinary adventure!

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Created on 29/06/2025 by TN United Kingdom